Why Soap Is Preferred In The Fight Against Coronavirus

Mar 19, 2020, 3:29 PM IST

As coronavirus cases surge globally, there’s one consumer product critical to the pandemic - The humble, cheap and effective SOAP. Respiratory viruses — like the novel coronavirus— can be spread via our hands. That’s why our hands are the front lines in the war against Covid-19. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends washing hands with soap and water. Although it states that using hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol can help, CDC prioritizes soap. Watch this video to learn more.